Action 30 is an “edutainment” podcast showing how to use science to to boost health and appearance while fighting disease and injury, using nostalgic music and “humor” to inspire listeners. Recommendations are based on Colin’s opinions and those of his guests, who are licensed medical professionals…
Is running for you? How do you know if you're progressing at the right rate? How does running compare to walking for fitness-related goals?
Dealing with menopause safely and effectively can be difficult for women and their partners. This episode helps cultivate a healthy mindset on how to approach this inevitable event.
When faced with the prospect of death, how might you respond?
Colin's on his own discussing the most effective treatments for osteoarthritis.
This episode is based on an email from Becky, a listener from Mesa, AZ who asks, "How can I focus on an action plan when I'm worried about paying rent?"
This is Colin's most controversial episode yet, although it shouldn't be. How did public health become political?
This episode talks about causes and treatments for anxiety and depression and how to use exercise/lifestyle therapy as a treatment tool.
This episode talks about concussions and how to treat and prevent them using science along with exercise/lifestyle therapy. Think it's a good idea for your child to play full-contact football? Listen to this episode first.
Colin takes 5 questions from listeners on a wide range of topics.
There are many ways to minimize risk of Alzheimer's, as well as manage it effectively in those who have it. It's all about attitude and attention to individual needs.
This episode talks about common causes and treatments for foot & ankle pain and how to use exercise/lifestyle therapy as a treatment tool, along with a basic program you can do at home.
This episode interviews an ER nurse, who shares real-life experiences and sheds light on the dangers health care workers face every day.
This episode talks about new treatments for COVID-19 as well as what you can do on a daily basis to strengthen your immune system and reduce risk of infection. GUEST: osteopathic physician Christopher Cirimo, DO, MPH
This episode talks about the current pandemic and how to strengthen your immune system using exercise/lifestyle. DId you know that one of your biggest risks to getting COVID-19 could be lack of activity due to immunosuppression? GUEST: family practice physician Meenakshi Aggarwal MD
This episode talks about common causes and treatments for chronic pain and how to use exercise/lifestyle therapy as a treatment tool, along with a basic program you can do at home. GUEST: pain management physician Greg Gullo, MD
This episode talks about common causes and treatments for shoulder pain and how to use exercise therapy as a treatment tool. GUEST: orthopedic surgeon Fredrick Matsen, III, MD
Criteria for choosing a credible trainer/physical therapist; responses to listener questions; discussion with primary care physician; healthy/tasty eating idea. GUEST: primary care physician Lester Baskin, MD
This episode talks about common causes and treatments for knee pain and how to use exercise therapy as a treatment tool, along with common exercise mistakes that can damage your knees. GUEST: orthopedic surgeon Robert Sandmeier, MD